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As a reflection back of the several months I have been writing in this blog, I aim to review some of the relevant topics presented and existing in the world today regarding.

Tourism is not a new thing and in the past century has grown immensely with the increased ease of world travel. More individuals travel now than ever before, and it’s not just the rich of the rich. International travel is becoming a way of life. This is great, good and sometimes bad. There are many unique sites in the world and tourism allows cultures and ideas to be spread and understood by the rest of the world. Communication is becoming less of a hindrance. Most nations are welcoming to the tourists, and governments are taking steps to ensure local communities can benefit without dealing unwanted blows to the tourist populations.

However there are still ways to improve tourism. While the world may be mostly peaceful there are a still many places haunted by war, civil unrest, poverty, and natural disasters. It is imperative that tourists be respectful of the cultures they are visiting, encouraging equality, understanding, and conservation. This with help developing countries a great deal to become economically stable, encourage tourism growth and preserve uniqueness of attractions be they animals, landscape, or cultures. A great many vacations can have service opportunities, creating memorable experiences, and help bridge cultural stereotypes.

The decisions we make will determine the fate of countless endangered species, equality between races and nations, build economic prosperity, fostering war or encouraging peace, and ultimately mold the face of the world for the future. Through tourism we each are responsible for the part we play in preserving, building, and ultimately creating a better world.

One man doing a great amount of work can do some good, but, many people working together can move mountains, and that is when the world really changes.




 
 
Ningaloo, its fun to say out-loud, try it... Ha, that person next to you thinks you're pretty weird right now.  The Ningaloo reef is located just off the west coast of Australia home to a rich aquatic life, including our favorite, the whale shark. While there are a plethora of companies that advertise unforgettable experiences, there are few that match those at Ningaloo Whale Shark-n-Dive when comparing credibility and quality of adventures. The hard part for you may be deciding which adventure to do first, but honestly, they have the more difficult task of maintaining fair-trade and Eco-tourism business practices while giving you some unbelievable experiences.

It may seem a little time consuming at first but the effects of fair-trade and Eco-tourism are not necessarily things you will notice in your first visit to Exmouth. Those effects will be seen ten, 20, and 50 years later as you and others revisit. It will be on your second and third visits that you'll notice how much the coral has grown, and how the local culture is proudly displayed in local shops and business.

When you're there you'll see Ningaloo Whale Shark-n-Dive and their implementation of these fair-trade practices:
    Fair Working Conditions - This company seeks employees and services found in the local community.
    Fair Prices - The adventures offered include pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, water and soda for the day, snacks, a meal, any instruction needed. This means there is less for you to worry about and allows the experience to be less stressful and more memorable. Adventures are available to all despite skill level, even offering PADI dive certification.
    Integration Into the Local Economy and Regional Development - Whenever possible Ningaloo Whale shark-n-dive buy products and services from businesses in the local community. This means for the most part the money you spend stays to help build the local businesses and promotes the maintaining of local traditions and culture.
    Fair Trade Partnerships Between All Actors in Tourism - Because the adventure includes pick-up and drop-off from local hotels this encourages you to stay in the community promoting other local businesses and lets you to spend your money within the community.
    Sustainable Resource Use and Environmental Justice - By using Eco-friendly cleaners and soaps, and practicing proper underwater etiquette they help to maintain the beautiful underwater world that you'll enjoy for years to come. This commitment is also shown with their use of efficient watercraft thereby reducing pollution and reducing their carbon footprint.

Their website is great, check it out here; ningaloowhalesharkndive.com